Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Bora Petrol 1595cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 113,503 miles on the clock, averaging 5,251 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL53 OSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 5,251 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL53 OSW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 OSW
What car is SL53 OSW?
SL53 OSW is an silver Volkswagen Bora, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 OSW?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 OSW was 113,503 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 OSW passed its MOT?
SL53 OSW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2022.
Is SL53 OSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 OSW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL53 OSW?
SL53 OSW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.